Silence of the Lord “Behold, the days are coming,” declares the Lord God, “when I will send a famine on the land – not a famine of bread, nor a thirst for water, but of hearing the words of the Lord.” Amos 8:11 Imagine not hearing God’s voice when you cry out to him or… Continue reading Amos – Silence of the Lord
Tag: Reading Plan – Minor Prophets – Joel and Amos
Amos – Roar of the Lion
Roar of the Lion The LORD roars from Zion and utters his voice from Jerusalem; For thus says the LORD to the house of Israel: “Seek me and live.” Amos 1:2 / 5:4 Amos was sent to prophesy to Israel and Judah during a time of great wealth and prosperity. King Uzziah and King Jeroboam… Continue reading Amos – Roar of the Lion
Joel – The Lord Redeems
The Lord Redeems But the Lord is a refuge to his people, a stronghold to the people of Israel. “So you shall know that I am the Lord your God, who dwells in Zion, my holy mountain. And Jerusalem shall be holy, and strangers shall never again pass through it." Joel 3:16-17 The theme throughout… Continue reading Joel – The Lord Redeems
Joel – The Land Restored
The Land Restored Fear not, O land; be glad and rejoice, for the Lord has done great things! Fear not, you beasts of the field, for the pastures of the wilderness are green; the tree bears its fruit; the fig tree and vine give their full yield. Joel 2:21-22 God’s punishment for sin was a… Continue reading Joel – The Land Restored
Joel – The Locusts Ravage
The Locusts Ravage Hear this, you elders; give ear, all inhabitants of the land! Has such a thing happened in your days, or in the days of your fathers? Tell your children of it, and let your children tell their children, and their children to another generation. Joel 1:2-3 In the first chapter of Joel… Continue reading Joel – The Locusts Ravage
